Blockhouse

Pronunciation: /blɑːk.haʊs/

Definitions of blockhouse

noun a large, solid building used for storage or as a residence

Example Sentences

A1 The blockhouse was built to protect the soldiers from enemy attacks.

A2 During the war, the soldiers took shelter in the blockhouse.

B1 The blockhouse was strategically located to provide a clear view of the surrounding area.

B2 The blockhouse was fortified with thick walls and small windows for defense.

C1 The blockhouse served as a crucial outpost for monitoring enemy movements.

C2 The historical blockhouse has been preserved as a reminder of the region's military past.

Examples of blockhouse in a Sentence

formal The blockhouse was built as a defensive structure during the war.

informal Let's explore the old blockhouse down by the river.

slang I heard there's a cool party happening at the blockhouse tonight.

figurative Her emotions were like a blockhouse, keeping everyone out.

Grammatical Forms of blockhouse

• past tense: blocked
• plural: blockhouses
• comparative: more blockhouse
• superlative: most blockhouse
• present tense: blockhouse
• future tense: will blockhouse
• perfect tense: have blockhoused
• continuous tense: is blockhousing
• singular: blockhouse
• positive degree: blockhouse
• infinitive: to blockhouse
• gerund: blockhousing
• participle: blockhoused

Origin and Evolution of blockhouse

First Known Use: 1475 year

Language of Origin: Middle Dutch

Story behind the word: The word 'blockhouse' originated from the Middle Dutch word 'blochuse', which was derived from the Old French word 'blosche' meaning 'block of wood'.

Evolution of the word: Originally referring to a small fortification made of blocks of wood, the term 'blockhouse' evolved to describe a small military structure used for defense purposes, typically made of heavy timber or stone. In modern usage, 'blockhouse' can also refer to a strong, sturdy building used for various purposes, such as storage or shelter.